<p>It was yet another moment of glory added to long-distance runner Lucy Kabuu’s basket when she recently won the TCS Bangalore World 10K Run in the women’s category with a new course record of 31.48. <br /><br /></p>.<p>The young Kenyan athlete spoke to Metrolife about her love for running, experiences in Bangalore and how she stays in shape.<br /><br />Though her interest in running blossomed at quite an early age, it wasn’t before her late teens that she started pursuing it seriously. <br /><br />“There was a teacher in Kenya who saw potential in me to be a runner even though I wanted to be a footballer. He told me that I have the talent and nurtured it right up to the point that I left for Japan. That chapter happened thanks to a neighbour named John Kanyi, who helped me get an athletic scholarship there,” she recalled, adding that she ran for the Suzuki Track and Field Club for a long time before returning to Kenya. <br /><br />When asked if this is her dream job, she laughed and said that while there’s a lot of hard work required, running is what makes her happy. <br /><br />“When I’m running, I only think of how much I want to win. Even when I know I need to train, I can easily put my mind to it and stay motivated,” she said. <br /><br />Elaborating her fitness regimen, she added, “I don’t look at dieting too much but train actively to improve my speed, endurance and stamina. I like to mix it up and also hit the gym sometimes.”<br /><br />In India, Lucy has become a familiar name at the international running events, especially after placing third in the Delhi Half Marathon (2013) and fourth in the Bangalore World 10K Run (2013). <br /><br />“The last time I was here, the crowd was cheering and I was really happy. I haven’t really explored much of Bangalore but I like the spirit of people here,” she said. <br /><br />While speaking about the run in Bangalore, however, she acknowledged that the odds were against her. <br /><br />“It was really hot and humid out there but all the training helped. It was a close race in some parts but I feel happy and blessed to win!” she shared. <br /><br />What would her parting words to potential runners be? <br /><br />“Running comes from the heart. If one wants to be a runner, they have to focus and have determination. Discipline is another aspect one can’t ignore as an athlete,” she summed up.<br /><br /></p>
<p>It was yet another moment of glory added to long-distance runner Lucy Kabuu’s basket when she recently won the TCS Bangalore World 10K Run in the women’s category with a new course record of 31.48. <br /><br /></p>.<p>The young Kenyan athlete spoke to Metrolife about her love for running, experiences in Bangalore and how she stays in shape.<br /><br />Though her interest in running blossomed at quite an early age, it wasn’t before her late teens that she started pursuing it seriously. <br /><br />“There was a teacher in Kenya who saw potential in me to be a runner even though I wanted to be a footballer. He told me that I have the talent and nurtured it right up to the point that I left for Japan. That chapter happened thanks to a neighbour named John Kanyi, who helped me get an athletic scholarship there,” she recalled, adding that she ran for the Suzuki Track and Field Club for a long time before returning to Kenya. <br /><br />When asked if this is her dream job, she laughed and said that while there’s a lot of hard work required, running is what makes her happy. <br /><br />“When I’m running, I only think of how much I want to win. Even when I know I need to train, I can easily put my mind to it and stay motivated,” she said. <br /><br />Elaborating her fitness regimen, she added, “I don’t look at dieting too much but train actively to improve my speed, endurance and stamina. I like to mix it up and also hit the gym sometimes.”<br /><br />In India, Lucy has become a familiar name at the international running events, especially after placing third in the Delhi Half Marathon (2013) and fourth in the Bangalore World 10K Run (2013). <br /><br />“The last time I was here, the crowd was cheering and I was really happy. I haven’t really explored much of Bangalore but I like the spirit of people here,” she said. <br /><br />While speaking about the run in Bangalore, however, she acknowledged that the odds were against her. <br /><br />“It was really hot and humid out there but all the training helped. It was a close race in some parts but I feel happy and blessed to win!” she shared. <br /><br />What would her parting words to potential runners be? <br /><br />“Running comes from the heart. If one wants to be a runner, they have to focus and have determination. Discipline is another aspect one can’t ignore as an athlete,” she summed up.<br /><br /></p>
